Custodial Services Worker

Virginia Community Colleges; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Community Colleges in Richmond is seeking a Custodial Services Worker to maintain a clean and safe environment for students and staff. Responsibilities include general housekeeping, special setups, and responding as an essential personnel during emergencies.

Ideal candidates should have a working knowledge of cleaning methods and the ability to operate cleaning equipment. A valid driver’s license and hands-on custodial services experience in an institution are preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning supplies.
• Ability to operate buffers and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clean and safe environment within Reynolds facilities.
• Perform general housekeeping functions.
• Serve on the college-wide emergency team.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Ability to apply safety techniques

Operate cleaning equipment

Follow instructions

Lift and move heavy objects

Job description

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

This position is located in Custodial Services at the Downtown Campus. The Custodial Services Worker provides a clean and safe environment within Reynolds facilities for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Duties of the position include performing general housekeeping functions, assisting with special setups, and serving on the college-wide emergency team. This position is considered “Essential Personnel”, and a first responder to inclement weather and other emergencies.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning supplies and equipment. Knowledge and skill in proper cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply proper safety techniques to be used in day-to-day housekeeping operations.
• Ability to operate buffers, burnishers, wet and dry vacuums and other housekeeping equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects; stand for extended periods of time; and to tolerate contact with a variety of cleaning products and solutions.

Additional Considerations

• Current hands-on work experience in custodial services and custodial services experience in a school or institution-type environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Required Travel

Travel between campuses as needed.

Posting Number

CLS_4493P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Open Date

06/02/2026

Job Close Date

06/16/2026

Agency Website

www.reynolds.edu

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.